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US DOJ extends cut-off date for Microsoft oversight

US DOJ extends cut-off date for Microsoft oversight

Microsoft may be able to develop its next operating system release without the US Department of Justice (DOJ) looking over its shoulder, despite the filing of a requested extension on the terms of its settlement.
Shaun Nichols Apr 20 2009 6:20AM Software
Companies missing a trick with Windows security

Companies missing a trick with Windows security

IT security consultancy Comsec and training consultancy XTSeminars launched a new advisory paper today outlining five key areas that companies are overlooking when securing Windows environments.
Phil Muncaster Apr 17 2009 6:52AM Security
Study predicts bear market for Windows 7

Study predicts bear market for Windows 7

A new report is predicting a slow market for enterprise adoption of Microsoft's upcoming Windows 7 release.
Shaun Nichols Apr 14 2009 11:38AM Software
Microsoft gives word of April fixes

Microsoft gives word of April fixes

Microsoft has released new information on the content of its upcoming security update.
Shaun Nichols Apr 14 2009 6:12AM Software
IE8 set for automatic roll-out

IE8 set for automatic roll-out

Microsoft will begin to push out the latest version of its flagship Internet Explorer browser to users with older editions from next week.
Phil Muncaster Apr 13 2009 8:02AM Software
Hotmail log-in problems cause user panic

Hotmail log-in problems cause user panic

Millions of Hotmail, Windows Live and MSN customers were left high and dry after another outage meant they were unable to access their inboxes for around two hours.
Phil Muncaster Apr 13 2009 8:02AM Software
Oldfields desktops go to Linux, Mac, and don’t look back

Oldfields desktops go to Linux, Mac, and don’t look back

ASX-listed Oldfields has reduced its IT spending from just over three per cent of gross revenue to 1.2 per cent, mainly by reducing its reliance on Windows.
Ry Crozier Apr 8 2009 4:06PM Software
Windows 7 testers asked to go back to Vista

Windows 7 testers asked to go back to Vista

Microsoft is asking users who are testing its new Windows 7 build to return to their old operating systems.
Shaun Nichols Apr 8 2009 2:34PM Software
Windows XP support runs out next week

Windows XP support runs out next week

Windows XP will pass another milestone on the road to retirement next week when Microsoft withdraws mainstream support for the operating system.
Daniel Robinson Apr 8 2009 6:02AM Software
Analysis: App Stores in detail

Analysis: App Stores in detail

iTnews takes a comprehensive look at the app store strategies of Apple, RIM, Microsoft and Android to show which is best for developers.
Brett Winterford Apr 2 2009 4:01PM Software
Microsoft unveils Windows Server 2008 Foundation

Microsoft unveils Windows Server 2008 Foundation

Microsoft has announced a new entry-level server platform aimed at helping small businesses to get started when building up their IT infrastructure.
Daniel Robinson Apr 2 2009 6:06AM Software
Microsoft rolls out Windows Embedded Server

Microsoft rolls out Windows Embedded Server

Microsoft has unveiled a new version of its Windows Server platform for embedded devices.
Shaun Nichols Apr 1 2009 12:24AM Software
Microsoft slip-up reveals Windows 7 date

Microsoft slip-up reveals Windows 7 date

An apparent slip-up by Microsoft has revealed the company's expected date for a Windows 7 Release Candidate.
Shaun Nichols Mar 28 2009 8:06AM Software
APAC bullish on Linux server, desktop installs

APAC bullish on Linux server, desktop installs

Almost half of enterprise and government organisations surveyed by IDC on Novell’s behalf have indicated Linux will be their primary server platform within five years.
Staff Writers Mar 17 2009 2:11PM Software
Vulnerability discovered that could allow 'man-in-the-middle' attacks on Windows DNS servers

Vulnerability discovered that could allow 'man-in-the-middle' attacks on Windows DNS servers

A Microsoft vulnerability has been detected that affects the DNS server and Web Proxy Autodiscovery (WPAD) Protocol registration.
SC Australia Staff Mar 17 2009 10:48AM Security
Microsoft fleshes out Windows Mobile app plans

Microsoft fleshes out Windows Mobile app plans

Microsoft is providing further insight into how the company will be operating its Windows Marketplace for Mobile software service.
Shaun Nichols Mar 12 2009 5:24PM Software
Eight flaws fixed in latest Microsoft patch release

Eight flaws fixed in latest Microsoft patch release

Microsoft has released its latest monthly security fix, addressing eight vulnerabilities in its Windows operating systems.
Shaun Nichols Mar 11 2009 1:15PM Security
Microsoft patches for GDI, DNS vulnerabilities

Microsoft patches for GDI, DNS vulnerabilities

Microsoft has pushed out three patches -- one deemed "critical" -- to resolve eight vulnerabilities.
Dan Kaplan Mar 11 2009 10:31AM Security
Microsoft gives word of upcoming Patch Tuesday fixes

Microsoft gives word of upcoming Patch Tuesday fixes

Microsoft is planning to release three patches tomorrow for this month's Patch Tuesday.
Shaun Nichols Mar 9 2009 10:29AM Security
Windows 7 may allow Internet Explorer removal

Windows 7 may allow Internet Explorer removal

A feature spotted in beta versions of Windows 7 could be an indicator that Microsoft will allow users of the operating system to switch off Internet Explorer.
Iain Thomson Mar 9 2009 9:03AM Software

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